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Vichyssoise

Ingredients
1/2 lb Potatoes
2 oz raw Leeks
1/2 lb Green Peas
1 1/2 pints Chicken Stock
3/4 pint Double Cream
Chives
Celery
Salt
Black Pepper

Method
Simmer diced potatoes, leeks and peas in stock till tender. Put veg and broth in blender. Season. Cool slightly and stir in cream. Chill and sprinkle with chopped chives.

Remarks
Appeared as a first course Vichysoisse $0.90 (leek and potato soup)

Variations
See also this version
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